Fiscal Analyst 4 (FA4)

WA Department of Children, Youth, and Families

Chehalis (WA)

On-site

USD 58,000 - 78,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The WA Department of Children, Youth, and Families is hiring a Fiscal Analyst 4 for the Green Hill School to oversee fiscal operations, compliance, and financial reporting. Ideal candidates will possess a strong educational background in accounting and relevant experience, helping to manage a significant budget while enhancing youth services.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of relevant experience, or equivalent education/experience combination totaling 6 years.
Knowledge of accounting principles and fiscal data processing.
Excellent communication and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

Supervise Fiscal Specialists and oversee fiscal operations.
Ensure compliance and manage an $86 million budget.
Prepare financial reports and audit payroll.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Reporting

Compliance

Payroll Auditing

Procurement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, auditing, or budgeting

Master’s degree in a financial-related field or certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

HRMS

Job description

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Base pay range

$4,865.00/yr - $6,539.00/yr

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Job Title: Fiscal Analyst 4 (FA4)

Location: Chehalis, WA - Green Hill School, Juvenile Rehabilitation Institution. Full-time. Work duties will be performed in the office 100% of the time; telework is not an option.

Closes: 06/26/2025

Salary: $4,865 - $6,539 Monthly. The indicated salary does not include an on-site 24/7 facility 5% premium, or a 3% general wage increase and an additional 7.5% targeted increase effective July 1st, 2025.

The Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) is seeking a Fiscal Analyst 4 (FA4) to join our Financial and Business Services team at Green Hill School. The Fiscal Analyst 4 (FA4) role at Green Hill School is a critical leadership position at DCYF. As a key financial expert, you’ll oversee institutional fiscal operations, ensure compliance, and drive efficiency in payroll auditing, procurement, and financial reporting. This is more than just numbers—it’s about creating a safe and supportive environment for young individuals, ensuring resources are effectively allocated for their well-being. If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for financial excellence and youth advocacy, this position is your chance to make a tangible impact. Apply today to join a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of youth services!

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The Opportunity:

The Fiscal Analyst 4 (FA4) will supervise all business office functions at Green Hill School, including time and attendance, payables, receivables, local funds, purchasing, and commissary/warehouse operations. As the primary point of contact for staff, the FA4 plays a critical role in maintaining operational efficiency and supporting the Institution Finance Coordinator in forecasting year-end budgets and managing financial reporting for Headquarters. The FA4 plays an essential role not only in overseeing operations but also in training new staff. This role oversees an $86 million biennial budget, making proper management critical to operational success. The oversight provided by the FA4 is foundational to the financial integrity of the institution, ensuring that all functions operate effectively and efficiently in a timely and accurate manner.

Some of what you will get to do:

Supervise Fiscal Specialists, Fiscal Analysts, and Procurement and Supply Specialists.
Interview and hire new staff.
Train and develop fiscal professional staff in financial methods and procedures.
Assign and schedule work, act upon leave requests, conduct annual performance evaluations, and take necessary disciplinary actions.
Set performance standards and track performance measurements.
Prepare the reconciliation of Local Fund bank accounts.
Oversee time and attendance entry into HRMS, audit payroll reports, and perform fiscal monitoring of various types of payments.
Oversee procurement processing and monitor Commissary activity.
Facilitate informal conflict resolution related to employee grievances.
Lead the Fiscal Year Close interagency payables/receivables and other FY close activities.
Prepare the monthly Sick Leave and Overtime Reports.
Pull and review Enterprise Reports.
Prepare monthly submittal of Monthly Meal Cost Summary.
Process Excise tax payment to the Department of Revenue for all 512 Local Fund accounts.
Provide support to the Institution Finance Coordinator and backup as needed.

Required Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree that includes 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing, or budgeting AND two years of relevant professional experience.

A Master’s degree in a financial-related field, certification as a Public Accountant, Internal Auditor, Certified Governmental Financial Manager, or Management Accountant can be substituted for professional experience.

Equivalent combination of education and experience totaling six (6) years.

In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following:

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding theory and practice of accounting, principles of cost accounting, and modern office methods.
Demonstrated ability to apply and adapt established accounting methods to a variety of accounting transactions and assemble, analyze and prepare reports and statements of complex financial data.
Demonstrated ability to process large quantities of fiscal data with consistency, accuracy, and efficiency.
Demonstrated ability to multitask and schedule oneself to meet payment and report deadlines.
Demonstrated excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with staff at all levels. Optimize limited resources and support the organizational goals.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate with others.
Demonstrated ability to learn specialized computer systems, AFRS, Enterprise Reporting, DCYF Purchasing System, HRMS, Leave Tracker, and any new programs that may be implemented.
Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, basic math skills, and the use of a 10-key calculator.
Demonstrated ability to model and reinforce socially responsible behaviors and values and behave in a professional and respectful manner toward clients, colleagues, and others in the workplace and community.
Demonstrated familiarity with institutional environments.
Demonstrated knowledge of PREA standards and rules.

In addition to completing the online application, please attach the following:

Updated Resume

Supplemental Information:

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is committed to Washington’s children and youth growing up safe, healthy, and thriving. We invite all candidates to join us in our mission to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you are excited about this role but you believe that your education and/or experience might not align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway.

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Applicants selected for an interview are required to pass a national fingerprint background check and complete a questionnaire mandated by the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) inquiring about any sexual misconduct. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but is considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job.

This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information: https://wfse.org/

Benefits eligibility for this position may be different than what’s listed in the benefits tab of this recruitment announcement. For more information on employee benefits eligibility visit: Public Employee Benefits Board (PEBB).

This position requires a minimum of at least two years of driving experience and a valid driver’s license.

If you need an accommodation throughout the application/interview process, contact DCYF Recruiter. If you're experiencing technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email support@neogov.com.Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 360-664-1960.

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